October 25, 2017 Wednesday Letter

This week, your child’s report card for the first quarter is enclosed. Teachers and therapists are eager to meet with you during conferences this Thursday and Friday to provide additional information about your child’s progress and goals for the upcoming term, and to address any question or concerns you may have. Please keep in mind that conferences are 30 minutes in length. If additional time is needed, teachers will be happy to schedule another conference. Conferences at De LaSalle are required. Please inform administration if you cannot attend at your scheduled time, so we can arrange for a different time. Students who are new to De LaSalle this year are also receiving a copy of the 2017-18 Student Support Plan, which will be discussed at the conference.

One of the many things that sets De LaSalle apart from other schools is YOU, our parent partners! We are grateful for the time you spend supporting your child’s efforts at school and for your interest in community happenings at De LaSalle. You make a difference in the lives of every student at our school.

With gratitude,

Lori Riti

NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

CAR LINE SAFETY

We have received reports of less than careful driving during afternoon dismissal. Please be alert, stop when directed, refrain from using cell phones, and be aware of staff members directing traffic in the street and parking lot. There have been some incidents recently that have endangered the safety of staff and students during dismissal.

MCKAY SCHOLARSHIP CHECKS

The checks will be available for parent signature from November 1-8. Please plan to sign your check during this period.

NO CLUBS OR SPORTS ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31

There will be no clubs or sports after school on Halloween, October 31.

FAMILY FUN FEST COMMITTEE MEETING

The committee will meet on November 1 at 7:00 PM.

CROP ‘TIL YOU DROP

Our next Crop will be held on November 4 from 10:00 ‘til ??? If you’ve never had a chance to experience a Crop, come and find out what all the fun is about! Call Bonnie Ross or Gerri-Anne Duke for more information, 239-245-8212.

PARENT FOCUS GROUP

As promised, the monthly PCA meetings are transforming instead to Focus Group sessions for parents that are centered on topics recommended by YOU 😊. On November 7 at 6:30 PM we will hold our first session on the topic of Nutrition. Mrs. Vickie Gelardi will share her expertise and advice for providing students with nutrition for optimal health and learning. Childcare will be provided.

HOMECOMING AND TARPON SPIRIT WEEK

Homecoming and Tarpon Spirit Week will take place November 6-10. Spirit Week events are optional and open to the whole school. The Homecoming Dance is for students in Grades 9-12 only. Events include:

The Parent Community Association is sponsoring a Family FunFest on Saturday, November 18, from 11:00-3:00. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to get to know each other while enjoying a fun-filled day with games, contests, food and other activities. Bring the whole family and have a great time!

COW PIE BINGO FUNDRAISER

This year at De LaSalle’s Family Fun Festival on November 18, we will have our annual Cow Pie Bingo fundraiser! This is an awesome, fun, and easy way to raise money for the school. Previously, parents were sent 20 tickets for to sell, along with more information about the fundraiser. Families can earn two volunteer hours for every 20 tickets sold. As a non-profit school, we rely heavily on fundraisers and we hope this one will be an amazing success! Stubs, money and unsold ☹ tickets are due by November 13.

LOCALINXS FUNDRAISER

De LaSalle is selling the LOCALINXS coupon book for Southwest Florida. The books are $20 and De LaSalle makes $10 for each book sold. This year’s coupon book has more offerings in general, and especially more for the Fort Myers area. Please buy a book for your family and sell copies to your family and friends! An order form was sent home earlier. You may send in your order form and $$$ anytime between now and December 15. To request more books, please call James Robinson, 239-245-8212.

PDQ FUNDRAISER

PDQ gift cards are on sale in the school office. Cards are valued at $10.00 and sell for $7.00.